Panasonic Lumix S 18mm F/1.8 (S-S18)

High-Performance Wide-Angle Prime Lens for L-Mount Cameras

Overview

The Panasonic Lumix S 18mm f/1.8 (S-S18) is a high-performance wide-angle prime lens designed for L-Mount cameras. This versatile lens offers an ultra-wide perspective and a bright f/1.8 aperture, making it ideal for a variety of photographic applications, including landscapes, architecture, astrophotography, and street photography. Its compact design, advanced optical performance, and robust build quality ensure exceptional image quality and reliability for demanding photographers and videographers.

Key Features

Superior Optical Quality

• Ultra-Wide Perspective: The 18mm focal length provides a broad 100° angle of view, perfect for capturing expansive scenes and dramatic compositions.
• Bright f/1.8 Aperture: Enables excellent low-light performance and depth-of-field control, creating beautiful background blur (bokeh) and enhanced subject isolation.
• Advanced Optical Design: Incorporates 13 elements in 12 groups, including three aspherical lenses, one ultra-high refractive index (UHR) lens, and three extra-low dispersion (ED) lenses to minimize chromatic aberrations and distortions, ensuring sharp and clear images.
• Nano Surface Coating: Reduces ghosting and flare for increased contrast and color accuracy, even in challenging lighting conditions.

Fast and Accurate Autofocus

• High-Speed AF System: Ensures fast, precise, and silent autofocus performance, suitable for both stills and video.
• Manual Focus Clutch: Allows for instant switching between autofocus and manual focus, providing greater control and precision.

Compact and Lightweight Design

• Portable Build: The compact and lightweight design makes it an excellent choice for travel and everyday use.
• Durable Construction: Designed to withstand regular use, ensuring reliability and longevity.
• Weather-Sealed Design: Offers protection against dust, moisture, and low temperatures, ensuring reliable performance in various environments.

Specifications

• Model: Panasonic Lumix S 18mm f/1.8 (S-S18)
• Mount: L-Mount
• Focal Length: 18mm
• Maximum Aperture: f/1.8
• Minimum Aperture: f/16
• Lens Construction: 13 elements in 12 groups (including aspherical, UHR, and ED elements)
• Angle of View: 100°
• Minimum Focus Distance: 0.18m
• Maximum Magnification: 0.20x
• Filter Diameter: 67mm
• Dimensions: 73.6mm diameter x 82mm length
• Weight: 340g

Additional Benefits

Versatile and Reliable Performance

• High Image Quality: Ensures stunning image quality across various conditions and shooting scenarios, making it perfect for both professional and amateur use.
• Advanced Features: The ultra-wide perspective and advanced optical design make it a versatile tool for both photographers and videographers.
• Enhanced Portability: Compact and lightweight design, ideal for travel and on-the-go shooting.

Creative Flexibility

• Ideal for Various Photography Genres: Suitable for landscape, architecture, astrophotography, street photography, and low-light photography.
• Video Friendly: Quiet autofocus and smooth operation make it an excellent choice for video production.